Tag: Sidewalks

  • San Diego’s Nonsensical Sidewalk Rules

    By Liam Dillon San Diego has enough miles of sidewalk to stretch from Ocean Beach to New York City then back again. You might not know it, but it’s your responsibility to take care of them. Homeowners and business owners must repair and maintain the sidewalks outside their properties, according to state law. The city,…

  • On Opposite Ends of the Boulevard, Businesses Struggle to Boost Foot Traffic

    Community organizers in City Heights have sought sidewalk improvements as a means to improve safety for pedestrians. Now, some are also trying to improve walkability to boost profits for local business owners. Research has shown even relatively quick fixes such as planting trees in empty planter boxes increase what customers are willing to pay by…

  • Field Guide: City Heights and the Mayor’s Race, Part III

    By Megan Burks [Editor’s Note: Field Guide is a weekly email bringing you the news, explainers and action items needed to navigate your changing community. Click here to subscribe.] FIELD GUIDE TOOLBOX The Candidates: Carl DeMaio Current Job: City Councilman representing District 5 Political Affiliation: Republican Endorsement: Engineering and General Contractors Association Known For: Outspoken…